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Mary Tolbert Bullock passed away peacefully on March 31st, 2025, in St. George, Utah, at the age of 87.
Born in Mississippi, Mary brought warmth, grace, and creativity into everything she touched. She was a gifted seamstress, designer, and decorator, with an eye for beauty and a talent for making both things and people shine. Her artistic touch and generous spirit enriched the lives of all who knew her. Mary had a special gift for storytelling, writing poetry, and sharing silly songs - talents that especially delighted her many nieces and nephews who lovingly knew her as “Aunt Mary.” Her joyful presence and sense of humor created cherished memories that will live on in the hearts of her family.
A devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mary lived a life grounded in faith, service, and love. She served a mission in Southern California, Spanish speaking, where she not only shared her testimony but also endeared herself to many with her mastery of the Spanish language - spoken with her unmistakable Southern accent. She served a second mission in Central America, contributing to genealogy work that connected generations and strengthened families.
Mary is survived by her siblings: sister-in-law Elaine (Dan, deceased), Barbara McGuire (Harold, deceased), James E. Tolbert, Jr. (Josie), Betty Chapman (Jim, deceased), Helen Miller (Norm), and Richard L. Tolbert (Diane). She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Curtiss H. Bullock; her parents, James E. Tolbert and Daisy EvelynGatewood; and her brother Dan.
Memorial services will be held at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 E.1300 S., Salt Lake City, on Saturday, April 12th at 2:00 p.m.
Mary’s life was a beautiful tapestry of service, creativity, laughter, and love. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by her family, friends, and all who were blessed to know her.
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I want to express my heartfelt condolences to Auntie Mary’s family. My Auntie Mary Pearl was an amazingly kind, gracious, funny and true Southern Belle. She had a smile so bright, that whenever she walked into a room it would just light up with her presence. She loved and helped so many people during her lifetime, including myself, and I was so fortunate to keep in touch with her all these years. I will always remember her stories about growing up in the South – so special. My favourite saying of hers was when she was driving and we’d get to a stop light and she felt we were sitting there too long she’d always say, “it’s my turn y’all“ and then amazingly the light would turn green. My memories of her will always hold a place in my heart forever. Rest in Peace dear Auntie Mary Pearl.
Rest in peace Aubt Mary!
Aunt Mary always called me her little baby. I was a toddler when she married Curt and she decided I was hers. She showed me so much love and I feel guilty that I lived so far away and couldn’t support her more. I love you Aunt Mary.